Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
topple
verb
/ˈtɒp.əl/
Definition
To fall over or cause to fall over.
Examples
- The strong wind caused the tree to topple over.
- The scandal could topple the minister from office.
- Be careful not to topple the stack of books.
Meaning
Topple means to become unsteady and fall down, or to cause someone or something to lose their position or power.
Synonyms
- overturn
- fall
- collapse
- overbalance
